Four operations on a VMC or one operation on a Star sliding head?

When demand surged for one of their key parts, Restormel Machine in Cornwall knew their four-operation VMC process wasn’t going to cut it anymore. The switch to a Star SB20 sliding head lathe transformed it into a single-operation, bar-fed, automated process. We’re talking compact footprint, live tooling, and up and running within weeks of ordering. MTDCNC’s Lyndsey Vickers speaks with David Winter of Restormel Machine and Matt Lee of Star Micronics to find out how the right machine and the right support turned a process headache into a no-brainer.

JSW Steel, Bharatia and Carbon Iceland Join Hands to Explore Large-Scale Green Methanol Project in India!

JSW Steel Limited, Bharatia, and Carbon Iceland International have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly explore the development of a large-scale green methanol project in India, marking an important step toward industrial decarbonisation and the adoption of low-carbon fuel technologies. The proposed initiative aims to transform industrial carbon emissions into valuable green fuel while supporting India’s long-term climate goals and energy transition strategy. The agreement was signed during the 3rd India–Nordic Summit held in Oslo, Norway, highlighting the growing collaboration between India and Nordic nations in areas such as clean energy, climate technology, industrial sustainability, and carbon

EBG Group Launches Vajram Electric Manufacturing Hub in Hyderabad to Strengthen India’s EV and Electronics Ecosystem!

EBG Group has announced the launch of Vajram Electric, a state-of-the-art manufacturing and distribution hub in Hyderabad, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion strategy and commitment to strengthening India’s manufacturing capabilities. Designed as a centralised production, assembly, and logistics centre, the new facility is expected to create more than 450 employment opportunities while supporting the company’s ambitions across electric mobility, consumer electronics, and several other high-growth sectors. The launch of Vajram Electric reflects EBG Group’s long-term vision of building an integrated manufacturing ecosystem that combines production efficiency, supply chain optimisation, and scalable operations under a single framework. The

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Adani Green Commissions World’s Largest Battery Storage Hub Outside China, Advancing India’s Clean Energy Future!

Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has achieved a major milestone in India’s renewable energy journey with the commissioning of a 3.37 GWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at its Khavda renewable energy complex in Gujarat. The project has emerged as the world’s largest single-location battery energy storage deployment outside China, significantly strengthening India’s ability to deliver reliable, round-the-clock clean power while accelerating the nation’s transition toward a sustainable energy future. The commissioning of this large-scale battery storage facility highlights the growing importance of energy storage infrastructure in supporting renewable energy integration. As solar and wind power generation continue to expand

AMD Strengthens Asia-Pacific Growth Strategy with Appointment of Vinay Awasthi as Senior Vice President of Sales for APJ Region!

AMD has announced the appointment of Vinay Awasthi as Senior Vice President of Sales for the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region, reinforcing its commitment to expanding its presence across one of the world’s fastest-growing technology markets. Based in Singapore, Awasthi will lead the company’s regional sales operations, driving customer engagement, deepening ecosystem partnerships, and aligning go-to-market strategies across diverse markets in Asia Pacific and Japan. The appointment comes at a critical time for AMD as demand for high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, and advanced semiconductor solutions continues to accelerate globally. With enterprises increasingly investing in AI-powered applications, data